Shipping is FREE for all orders in the 48 contiguous states, except for a handling charge. Items ordered together may be shipped separately, but you will only be charged for one handling fee. All prices include insurance against damage or theft.

Because you have chosen to put one or more products on our extendedpayment plan,an initial service fee of $9.95 will be added on your credit card to the first payment: $4.95 will be added to all subsequent payments.

Use A7705 Epoxy Solvent to thin Super Poxy Shield or Poxy Shield if necessary, according to label instructions. Also used for clean-up of Super Poxy Shield and Poxy Shield. Available for purchase below.

Swimming pool Epoxy Paint is the best choice for providing your swimming pool with a durable, high quality coating. Super Poxy Shield Epoxy Paint for pools offers superior protection and just one coat will last up to eight years so re-applications will be few and far between. Super Poxy Shield swimming pool epoxy paint also improves the look of your pool with its attractive high-gloss finish.

When used over epoxy primer, Super Poxy Shield swimming pool epoxy paint creates a protective and stain-resistant finish for your pool that will help to protect your investment for many years. Available in four different colors, Super Poxy Shield pool epoxy paint can be used on several different types of conventional swimming pool surfaces, including concrete, fiberglass and plaster.

Technical Specifications:

For Indoor and Outdoor pools.

Covers approximately 150 square feet per gallon.

Super Poxy Paint is the highest-quality pool coating available. This is due to the fact that epoxies cure to a very hard, non-porous finish that is insensitive to pool chemicals, pH balance and automatic pool cleaning machines.

Epoxy based paint is the only kind of paint that that is chemically compatible with fiberglass.

One coat of Super Poxy Paint over Epoxy Primer delivers a stain-resistant, ceramic-like finish to all pool surfaces and resists algae growth.

One coat of Super Poxy Paint over Gunite Primer is the only way to coat a fiberglass pool.

High-gloss finish for long-lasting durability up to 8 years.

What type of paint is this?

– This paint has an epoxy based coating.

How long will this paint last?

– Super Poxy paint will last up to 8 years.

Should I use a primer with the Super Poxy Paint?

– The manufacturer does recommend priming the pool for proper adhesion.

How should I clean my pool before starting to paint?

– Your pool will need to first be TSP (tri-sodium phosphate) cleaned. Then cleaned with a muriatic acid solution, followed by another TSP cleaning.

How much paint do I need?

– Each gallon will cover approx. 150 sq ft. See chart below.

How to Calculate the Square Footage of a Pool:

1. Identify the shape of the pool - SEE BELOW 2. Use the formula given to calculate the pool square footage. 3. Divide the pools square footage by the sq. ft. per gallon of the desired paint to determine how many gallons of paint are needed.

Selection of the correct coating for your pool depends upon (A) the type of pool interior material if it is unpainted (concrete, plaster, fiberglass, etc.) OR (B) the type of paint that is already on the pool surface.

UNPAINTED POOLS

New Concrete You have several choices of paint for a new concrete pool: Water Base Acrylic -- AVAILABLE BY SPECIAL ORDER ONLY (1-2 Years Life) Synthetic Rubber -- ENVIROLON (2-3 Years Life) Epoxy -- SUPER POXY PAINT (5-8 Years Life)

Each has its own use and application advantage, although epoxy will give the longest life.

When using epoxy, the pool may be coated as soon as the new concrete sets. When using synthetic rubber, the concrete should cure 30 days before painting.

Bare Plaster We recommend using epoxy on bare plaster for best results. Use one primer coat of GUNITE PRIMER if the plaster is unusually rough, or one coat of EPOXY PRIMER if the plaster is relatively smooth. Finish with SUPER POXY PAINT (1 coat).

Fiberglass Epoxy coatings are the only pool paints chemically compatible with fiberglass. The fiberglass should first be painted with 1 coat of GUNITE PRIMER, 1 coat of SUPER POXY PAINT is recommended.

Sandblasted or Old Unpainted Concrete Sandblasted or clean, unpainted concrete will accept all types of pool paint. We recommend epoxy coatings because they are more durable, attractive, easy to clean and the pool may be filled more quickly after painting. Use 1 coat of EPOXY PRIMER or GUNITE PRIMER and 1 coat of SUPER POXY PAINT.

PREVIOUSLY PAINTED POOLS We recommend using the same type of paint to recoat a previously painted pool. This assures the best possible adhesion between coats. When the type of the old paint is not known, send a 1 inch square chip for a free analysis to:

If time does not permit analysis, immerse a small chip of the paint into a solvent blend of 75% mineral spirits and 25% Rubber Base Thinner or Xylol. Wait 30 seconds and rub the chip between your thumb and forefinger. If the chip dissolves, it is a synthetic rubber base paint (USE ENVIROLON). If it doesn't dissolve, immerse the chip in 100% Rubber Base Thinner or Xylol. If the chip then dissolves, it is chlorinated rubber coating (USE ENVIROLON); if it does not, it is an epoxy (SUPER POXY PAINT).

EPOXY COATINGS Epoxy pool coatings have proven to be the best long-range protection for swimming pool surfaces. This is due to the fact that epoxies cure to a very hard, non-porous finish that is insensitive to pool chemicals, pH balance and automatic pool cleaning machines. Their ceramic-like qualities create an appearance that will be easy to clean and extremely durable.

We produce 1 type of epoxy pool coating. The following description will help you decide which system is right for you.

Super Poxy Paint System Super Poxy Paint is a high gloss epoxy pool coating that is easy to apply and should yield 5 to 8 years of service. This finish is very easy to clean. You may use SUPER POXY PAINT on most conventional pool surfaces with excellent results.

Unpainted pool surfaces will require a coat of primer to insure a good adhesion. The correct primer for your pool is listed in the quick reference chart below. One coat of SUPER POXY PAINT should be applied over the primer.

RUBBER BASE FINISHES Rubber base paints are one of the most popular types of coatings used for repainting swimming pools. This is due largely to the fact that most swimming pools were originally painted with chlorinated rubber prior to the development of epoxy coatings.

Envirolon Envirolon is an economical synthetic rubber base formula meeting all of the quality performance expectations of chlorinated rubber base paint. Envirolon can be applied to a bare concrete or plaster pool, as well as over old rubber base paint. Envirolon also has excellent chemical resistance and color retention. Two coats of Envirolon are required for best results. On bare surfaces that are unusually porous, a third coat may be necessary.Coverage ENVIROLON = 250 sq. ft. per gallon

Tips For Painting with Envirolon

Thoroughly remove all loose paint before repainting

Always follow the 3-step cleaning process outlined on the label. This removes all contaminants, which may impede performance of the coating.

Try to avoid painting in the direct rays of a hot sun

Do not paint when the surface temperature is below 50 degrees Fahrenheit

How Much Paint Do I Need?

ESTIMATING THE QUANTITY OF PAINT NEEDED

The amount of paint you will need for your pool is related to the smoothness of the pool surface. You will also need to know the total square feet of your pool interior.

How To Calculate The Square Feet In Your Pool 1. Identify the shape of your pool below 2. Use the formula given to calculate the square footage 3. Check the coverage of the paint you select to determine how many gallons you will need.

Pool & Deck Repair

Minor repairs to the interior of a concrete swimming pool or the deck area may be easily performed by the pool owner. However, major repairs such as large broken pieces of concrete or long wide cracks should be repaired by an experienced pool service professional to achieve best results.

Small Cracks Small cracks in concrete (up to 1/8 inch) should first be cleaned out with a wire brush or by blowing out with compressed air. The crack should be filled with a nitrile rubber caulking compound, which comes in tubes and is applied with a standard caulking gun.

When applying the caulk, build up a bead about 1/4 inch above the pool surface. This will allow for normal shrinkage as the solvent evaporates.

The caulk will remain permanently flexible so it will expand and contract with the concrete as temperatures vary. It is white in color and cures overnight.

REPAIRING HOLES, PITS AND LARGER CRACKS As mentioned before, major repairs should be performed by a reputable pool service company, but anyone with experience in concrete repair should be able to fix holes, pits and large cracks with satisfactory results.

For permanent patching of concrete, we recommend POXY PATCH epoxy putty for a strong, lasting bond. This material is a two-component epoxy-patching compound that holds tight underwater and will cure stronger than the concrete itself. POXY PATCH may be applied with a putty knife or trowel over rough areas with excellent results.

Surface Preparation

Repair all cracks, pits and holes (if necessary) before preparing the surface. For details about pool and deck repair, click on the Pool and Deck Repair link back on the product page.

The most important aspect of pool painting is surface preparation. Paint will not adhere to the slightest oily residue, such as suntan lotion, body oils, hairspray, algae or anything else that comes between the pool surface and the paint. The best method for preparing your pool is described in the following steps.

STEP 1 -- POOL WASHING The best pool washing solution is tri-sodium phosphate mixed with warm water. NEVER use a soap-type detergent. Soap products leave a film on the surface which will result in poor paint adhesion.

How to wash your pool Mix 8 ounces of tri-sodium phosphate to each gallon of warm water. One gallon of this solution will wash approximately 200 square feet.

Scrub the surface vigorously with this solution. Rinse off the residue with clear water immediately after scrubbing. Be careful not to allow the pool washing solution to dry on the surface -- work in small areas.

Always scrub the pool walls first, then do the floor last.

STEP 2 -- ACID ETCHING Acid etching is required on bare masonry surfaces like concrete or plaster. It is also effective for removing chalky residue and hard mineral deposits on a previously painted pool.

Even on previously painted pools, we strongly recommend an acid etching.

NOTE: To prevent eye injury, NEVER pour water into acid. Always pour acid into water and wear protective eyewear.

Making the Acid Mix in a plastic bucket a 10 percent solution of muriatic acid in water. (do not mix solution in a galvanized container) Most muriatic acid is packaged at 20% or 30% strength. One gallon of 30% muriatic acid mixed with 2 gallons of water will yield three gallons of 10%solution. Likewise, one gallon of 20% muriatic acid mixed with one gallon of water will provide two gallons of 10% solution.

One gallon of 10% solution is sufficient for etching 100 square feet of pool surface.

The Etching Procedure Liberally brush the acid solution on the surface. The acid will bubble on the surface when applied. As soon as this effervescence ceases, rinse the solution off with clean water. The surface should feel like fine sandpaper when properly etched. Splash a small amount of water on the surface to see if it is sufficiently etched. If the water soaks in fairly quickly, the surface is properly etched. If the water stands on the surface, another etching will be required or switch to a stronger acid solution before continuing with the rest of the pool.

STEP 3 -- WASH THE SURFACE AGAIN We highly recommend repeating STEP 1: Wash the surface again with the tri-sodium phosphate solution to neutralize any remaining acid on the surface.

FIBERGLASS POOLS Do not acid etch fiberglass pools! To prepare a fiberglass pool for painting, sand the surface in straight lines using coarse sandpaper. This sanding will create a mechanical bond for the epoxy paint. Do not use an orbital sander.

Once the fiberglass has been properly sanded, perform the pool washing procedure described above. Allow the surface to dry and you are ready to paint.

Application Procedures

Once you have repaired your surface (if necessary) and followed the correct surface preparation procedures for your swimming pool, you will be ready to apply the finish coats of paint. Remember that surface preparation is of primary importance to insure that the paint will adhere to the surface. If the surface preparation instructions were followed, you should not have any paint problems.

REPAINTING WITH ENVIROLON RUBBER BASE PAINT Make sure the pool surface is 100% dry. This is critical! Water trapped under the paint film will eventually result in blistering as vapors try to escape.

Spot prime any bare spots with the rubber base paint. Envirolon is self-priming; no other primer is necessary.

Rubber base paints (such as Envirolon) require 2 coats for best results. If the surface is bare, thin the first coat 25% with Rubber Base Thinner. Using a 9-inch roller with a 7/16-inch nap will provide the best results. Ask for a roller cover with a solvent-resistant core.

Apply the first coat of paint in a smooth even manner. Allow this first coat to dry before applying the second coat of paint. The second coat should be applied at full strength.

It is always best to start and finish painting in a corner if there are periods when you are not working. This will eliminate any lap marks that might occur.

Curing schedule before filling pool: Average 5 days minimum depending on temperature. Refer to paint label for details.

Coverage: 250 square feet per gallon (average).

PAINTING WITH POXY PAINT If applying POXY PAINT to a bare surface, be sure to use the appropriate primer, depending on the surface. (Refer to the Primer chart under the "Which Paint Should I Use" section back on the product page.)

When repainting over old epoxy paint, make certain that all glossy surfaces of the paint are dulled down by light sanding. Prime any bare spots with the appropriate primer.

Most important ... prior to applying paint, follow the surface preparation and cleaning process!

Use a 9-inch roller cover with a solvent-resistant core.

While painting, use firm even strokes with plenty of paint in the roller to squeeze the paint into the porous surface. This will ensure good adhesion. Apply the second coat of POXY PAINT when the surface is dry enough to walk on without marring the finish. You will get more coverage out of the second coat and it will be quicker to apply. Allow the second coat to cure as recommended on the curing schedule below before filling your pool with water.

For steps, shallow areas and wading pools, we recommend sprinkling white sand or marble dust on the paint before it dries to make the area slip-resistant.

PAINTING WITH SUPER POXY PAINT Application of SUPER POXY PAINT is best with a 9-inch lambs wool roller cover with a 7/16-inch nap and a solvent resistant core.

Follow the same procedure as stated above for POXY PAINT, however, SUPER POXY PAINT will only require 1 coat.

Curing Schedule for POXY PAINT and SUPER POXY PAINT 3 days at 75-85 degrees Fahrenheit 4 days at 70-75 degrees Fahrenheit 5 days at 65-70 degrees Fahrenheit 6 days at 60-65 degrees Fahrenheit

Paint Color Samples

These color samples are for ENVIROLON, POXY PAINT and SUPER POXY PAINT.

Please note, actual paint colors may vary slightly. The colors below are to be used as an approximate color guide only.

Which Primer Should I Use?

Use the chart below to determine which system is best for your type of pool surface.

Surface Type

Primer

Paint (# of Coats)

Smooth Concrete

Epoxy Primer

Poxy Shield (2)

Smooth Concrete

Epoxy Primer

Super Poxy Shield (1)

Smooth Concrete

None

Envirolon (2)

Plaster

Epoxy Primer

Poxy Shield (2)

Plaster

Epoxy Primer

Super Poxy Shield (1)

Gunite

Gunite Primer

Super Poxy Shield (1)

Aluminum

Aluminum Primer *

Poxy Shield (2)

Aluminum

Aluminum Primer *

Super Poxy Shield (1)

Steel

Steel Primer*

Poxy Shield (2)

Steel

Steel Primer*

Super Poxy Shield (1)

Fiberglass

Gunite Primer

Poxy Shield (2)

Fiberglass

Gunite Primer

Super Poxy Shield (1)

* Aluminum Primer and Steel Primer are available by Special Order. Please contact Dr. Pool for details. Allow 2-3 weeks for shipment.

In The Swim Email Sign up

Sign up for our weekly emails to receive our most recent updates, deals and promotions.